DNUT (Krispy Kreme) YoY EBITDA Growth: 103.66% (As of Mar. 2026)

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DNUT Krispy Kreme Inc DNUT
55 GF Score
Price $3.23
GF Value $8.53
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Krispy Kreme YoY EBITDA Growth?

Krispy Kreme DNUT +4.03% 55 YoY EBITDA Growth is 103.66% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates DNUT with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of $8.53 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per Share over the past twelve months. Krispy Kreme's YoY EBITDA Growth for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 103.66%.

Krispy Kreme's EBITDA per Share for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.17.

Krispy Kreme YoY EBITDA Growth Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Krispy Kreme's YoY EBITDA Growth can be seen below:

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Krispy Kreme YoY EBITDA Growth Chart

Krispy Kreme Annual Data
Trend Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
YoY EBITDA Growth
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Krispy Kreme Quarterly Data
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Krispy Kreme YoY EBITDA Growth Calculation

YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per Share over the past twelve months.

Krispy Kreme's YoY EBITDA Growth for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as:

YoY EBITDA Growth (A: Dec. 2025 )
=(EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2025 )-EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2024 ))/ | EBITDA per Share (A: Dec. 2024 ) |
=(-1.999-1.245)/ | 1.245 |
=-260.56 %

Krispy Kreme's YoY EBITDA Growth for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

YoY EBITDA Growth (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=(EBITDA per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )-EBITDA per Share (Q: Mar. 2025 )) / | EBITDA per Share (Q: Mar. 2025 )) |
=(0.167-0.082)/ | 0.082 |
=103.66 %

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

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What does a YoY EBITDA Growth of 103.66% mean?
Krispy Kreme (DNUT) has a YoY EBITDA Growth of 103.66% as of Mar. 2026. YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per share over the past 12-month. View historical data for Krispy Kreme and its competitors.
Is Krispy Kreme's YoY EBITDA Growth too high?
Krispy Kreme's current YoY EBITDA Growth is 103.66%. Overall, Krispy Kreme has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Krispy Kreme's YoY EBITDA Growth compare to YSWY and VLGEA?
Krispy Kreme's YoY EBITDA Growth of 103.66% can be compared against companies in the Retail - Defensive industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good YoY EBITDA Growth for a Retail - Defensive company?
A good YoY EBITDA Growth depends on the Retail - Defensive industry context. However, YoY EBITDA Growth should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high YoY EBITDA Growth mean?
A high YoY EBITDA Growth can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. YoY EBITDA Growth is the percentage change of EBITDA per share over the past 12-month. View historical data for Krispy Kreme and its competitors. Krispy Kreme's current YoY EBITDA Growth is 103.66%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Krispy Kreme stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Krispy Kreme (DNUT) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $8.53, compared to a current price of $3.23 — trading 62.1% below its estimated fair value. The current YoY EBITDA Growth is 103.66%. Krispy Kreme's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is YoY EBITDA Growth calculated?
YoY EBITDA Growth is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Krispy Kreme (DNUT), the current YoY EBITDA Growth is 103.66% as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Krispy Kreme (DNUT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Krispy Kreme stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $3.23 is trading 62.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $8.53. GuruFocus considers Krispy Kreme to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for DNUT:

  • YoY EBITDA Growth: 103.66%
  • GF Value™: $8.53 vs. price of $3.23 (62.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the DNUT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Krispy Kreme Business Description

Other Exchanges DNUT:Mexico9YM:Germany
Address 2116 Hawkins Street, Suite 101, Charlotte, NC, USA, 28203
Krispy Kreme Inc is a sweet-treat brand company. The company's Original Glazed doughnut is recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-mouth experience. It operates through its network of fresh Doughnut Shops, partnerships with retailers, and a growing e-commerce and delivery business. The company conducts its business through the following three reported segments: U.S., which includes all operations in the United States; International, which includes operations in the U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Japan, and Mexico; and Market Development, which includes franchise operations world-wide. It derives maximum revenue from the U.S. segment.
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